Does Red & Blue have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-15.39 for Red & Blue — grading costs currently exceed the estimated PSA-10 premium. This is a model estimate based on historical data, not investment advice.

What is the estimated grading EV for Red & Blue?

Our model estimates approximately -8% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $164.36, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-15.39. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Red & Blue?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$164.36

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$148.97

Estimated profit$-15.39

Estimated return-8%

Break-even sell price$89.93

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $63.91 $-122.45 (-66%)

PSA 8 $65.00 $-121.36 (-65%)